Senior Research Compliance Administrator

Agency

Department

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M – Fort Worth and the Texas A&M - RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Senior Research Compliance Administrator, under general direction, serves as a subject matter expert with regards to research compliance across System. Responsible for administering the evaluation of compliance matters and programs, serving as a trusted liaison with System members, participating in training, development, and improvement efforts across System, and coordinating guidelines and standard operating procedure development.

Responsibilities:

- Supports Research Compliance Office leadership in the administration of research compliance programs for human subjects research, animal research oversight, biohazards in research, financial conflict of interest in research, research misconduct, Al in research, and other areas. This may include operational ownership of research compliance processes, project management, scheduling visits, reviewing approved protocols and relevant records, participating in on-site visits, and preparing reports for leaders across System.

- Conducts preliminary programmatic reviews in support of System member SOPs, committee functions, website content, and protocols, including post-approval monitoring. Assists in the development of recommendations and strategies for enhancing programmatic initiatives.

- Serves as a liaison with System members and external stakeholders as appropriate for research compliance questions, concerns, and incidents.

- Coordinates, plans, develops, and participates in training activities including seminars, newsletters, and electronic communications, as needed, as well as regular System-wide meetings.

- Participates in site visits to build relationships and provide training and guidance on applicable regulations.

- Administers the development and maintenance of SOPs, or other guidance, and ensures processes are followed through periodic review with office procedures.

- Participates in change management for revised or new research compliance requirements and processes.

- Maintains databases and prepares and distributes reports on compliance activities and other metrics.

- Provide expert guidance to System members in multiple areas of research compliance.

- Stays abreast of research compliance best practices and all applicable institutional guidelines and federal regulations. Assists with accreditation activities as needed.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Six years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong organizational and analytical skills.

- Some domestic travel.

- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

- CPIA, CIP, CHRC, or other relevant certification relating to research or research compliance preferred. 

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.